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On the recordJuly 31, 2011
Gabby had been following the negotiations and wanted to be able to be in the chamber to cast her vote, if it was pivotal, she wanted to make sure that she could help stave country from default.
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Debbie Wasserman Schultz
Democratic · Florida

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Debbie Wasserman Schultz explains Gabby Giffords' determination to participate in a crucial vote to prevent the country from defaulting.

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